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Red Clover, Trifolium pratense
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Spring–Autumn

Red Clover

Trifolium pratense

Family: Fabaceae

Earthy & Warmhoneysweet
SeasonSpring–Autumn
OriginEurope, western Asia
IntensityFaint
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower

Earthy & Warm · Spring–Autumn bloomer

Red clover is the quintessential meadow flower, its round, honey-scented heads buzzing with bees from early summer, a symbol of industry, rural charm, and the lucky four-leaf.

Symbolism & Meaning

industry, good luck, prosperity

In the Victorian language of flowers, red clover means “Industrious”.

Habitat & Environment

Europe, western Asia

Red Clover is native to Europe, western Asia.

Quick Reference

  • Scientific NameTrifolium pratense
  • FamilyFabaceae
  • Native ToEurope, western Asia
  • Bloom SeasonSpring–Autumn
  • LifespanPerennial
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